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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,380

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,604

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,180

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062015
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
TrimsGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $17,370 $30,045
Base Invoice $16,262 $28,843
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 1,795  
Navigation system 1,750  
Cargo mat 40  
All-weather floor mats 60 235
Cargo net 40 100
Satellite radio 430  
Lighting Package   995
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 1,673  
Navigation system 1,505  
Cargo mat 32  
All-weather floor mats 48 185
Cargo net 32 80
Satellite radio 344  
Lighting Package   856
Options (change) 5,450 1,330
Options (change) 4,782 1,121
Destination 560 820
Total Price $23,380 $32,195
Total Invoice $21,604 $30,784

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,145
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,671
Model Year20062015
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
TrimsGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine160hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$23,380$32,195
Adjustments for Features0-3,670
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,380$28,525
Total Invoice$21,604$30,784
Adjustments for Features0-3,509
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,604$27,275

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20062015
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
TrimsGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Stability control $400
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,420$5,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,670
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,509

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20062015
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.9 in103.8 in
Length176.6 in167.5 in
Width69.1 in70.8 in
Height57.7 in57.2 in
Curb Weight2,809 lb.2,964 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.1 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
31.2 ft352.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested295086%
Total Not Requested50014%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%

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